Description

2-Bromothiophenol is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring a bromine substituent on the aromatic thiophenol ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing sulfur-containing moieties. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates, especially those containing thioether or sulfonamide functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromothiophenyl unit contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Building block for monomers and polymers, contributing to the development of conductive or specialty polymeric materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic aromatic substitution and as a protecting group or coupling partner in complex molecule assembly.
• Research & Development: Critical compound for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and synthetic methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromothiophenol
CAS No.	6320-02-1
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrS
Molecular Weight	189.07 g/mol
Synonyms	o-Bromothiophenol; 2-Bromobenzenethiol; (2-Bromophenyl)thiol; 2-Bromothiophenol; 2-Bromophenyl mercaptan; o-Bromobenzenethiol; 1-Bromo-2-mercaptobenzene; Benzenethiol, 2-bromo-
EINECS	228-666-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromothiophenol is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and GC-MS for identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive and highly volatile nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize evaporation and exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.